Pires was a substitute in that game but was blown away by the legendary Parkhead atmosphere.

The 44-year-old, who did face the Hoops in the return fixture as Villarreal got revenge with a 1-0 win in Spain, has tipped former club Arsenal and Spanish giants Atletico Madrid to meet in the Europa League Final in Lyon - provided they both avoid Brendan Rodgers' Hoops.

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"It’s a trophy, a good trophy, so it’s very important. And this season it is the last opportunity Arsenal have of making the Champions League.

"Unfortunately, but if you see the table it’s very difficult for Arsenal to reach the top four.

"I want to see Arsenal playing again in the Champions League. But it is very difficult with Tottenham, Liverpool and Chelsea all above them".

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